Food,Beverageand Retail Manager
Woburn Forest | £55,000 - £75,000 perannumdependent on experienceplus18%bonus scheme
Lead one of the village's largest commercial operations, inspiring teams to deliver exceptional guest experiencesallin a natural forest environment
Whatyou'llbe doing
- Lead one of the village's largest commercial operations, ensuring every Food, Beverage and Retail outlet delivers exceptional guest experiences, brandstandardsand operational excellence
- Inspire and develop Heads of Department, creating inclusive, high-performing teams through coaching,mentoringand leadership
- Drive commercial performance by planning resources effectively and supporting the delivery of budgets,revenueand operational targets
- Championhigh standardsof safety,complianceand presentation, ensuring every outlet is guest-ready andoperateswith confidence
- Collaborate with the wider village leadership team to continually improve performance, share bestpracticeand enhance the overall guest experience
About you
- Proven operational leadership experience within hospitality or retail, ideally across multiple outlets
- An inclusive leader with experience coaching, developing and inspiring high-performing teams while championingCenterParcs' values
- Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, labourand operational performance
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- Committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaininghigh standardsof safety and compliance
- Highly organised, agile and solutions-focused, with the confidence to make decisions in a complex, fast-paced operational environment
What's in it for you
- Management bonus scheme (up to 18%)
- Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
- Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
- Free use of our leisure facilities
- Discounted Center Parcs breaks
- 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
- Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
- An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
- Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
Our values
Each colleague atCenterParcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues,communitiesand our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.
Sound like your kind of job?
Closing date:
23rd November 2026
Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.
We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging.We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
Food, Beverage and Retail Manager in Bedford employer: Center Parcs
Center Parcs is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and festive work environment at Sherwood Forest, where team members can enjoy the spirit of the season while developing their skills. With flexible part-time hours, generous employee benefits including free day passes, and a strong focus on teamwork and personal growth, this role provides a unique opportunity to create memorable experiences for guests during the holiday period.
